Meet Hanan Schlesinger
Rabbi Hanan Schlesinger is a former Israeli settler and Orthodox rabbi whose encounters with Palestinian neighbors transformed his understanding of truth, belonging, and the possibility of a shared future.
New Story Leadership Alumni Retreat in Geneva
Ten Palestinian and Israeli New Story Leadership alumni spent a week together in Geneva developing the Phoenix Plan—a joint vision for Gaza’s reconstruction and a different political future.
Building Connections and Community in London
Through partnership with Solutions Not Sides and gatherings with activists, supporters, and B8 of Hope Next Gen members, a diverse London community is beginning to grow around dialogue, shared humanity, and support for peacebuilders.
Ali Abu Awwad and May Pundak at FIFDH
At FIFDH 2024, B8 of Hope brought together two people with deep ties to our work: Ali Abu Awwad, a longtime friend and the original inspiration behind B8 of Hope’s creation, and May Pundak, Israeli co-director of our grantee A Land for All.
